Falcons' Kyle Pitts Makes NFL History With Huge Contract Extension
Summary
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts signed a three-year contract worth $54 million, making it the biggest three-year deal ever for a tight end in the NFL. Pitts performed well last season with 928 yards and five touchdowns, which helped secure the deal. The Falcons also face questions about their starting quarterback for the upcoming season.Key Facts
- Kyle Pitts was the 4th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft by the Falcons.
- He had a 1,000-yard receiving season as a rookie in 2021.
- Pitts recorded 928 yards and 5 touchdowns on 88 catches in 17 games in 2023.
- His new contract is three years long, worth $54 million, with $36 million fully guaranteed.
- This contract is the largest three-year deal ever signed by a tight end.
- Wide receiver Drake London recently signed a four-year, $141 million extension with the Falcons.
- Running back Bijan Robinson is expected to get an even bigger contract extension soon.
- The Falcons are deciding between quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. for the starting job. Penix is recovering from knee surgery, while Tagovailoa recently joined the team.
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